12 Days / 11 Nights – Peru Package Tour – Best of Peru Holiday

This Peru Package Tour is a regular bus tour that will show you the Best of Peru. Travel to Peru and you will not only explore the  Machu Picchu citdadel but you also will get acquainted with the Arequipa,  Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca at an unbeatable price!

DAY 1: LIMA/AREQUIPA

Transfer to Lima airport. Upon arrival in Arequipa, Tour the lovely “White City”, including the Santa Catalina Convent, Plaza de Armas, La Compañía cloisters and the districts of Yanahuara and Chilina, with a magnificent view of the Misti Volcano. Afternoon at leisure.

Meals: B
Flight: 1h 15′

DAY 2: AREQUIPA /COLCA CANYON

Early morning departure for a two-day overland trip to the Colca Valley. Drive across Pampa Canahuas within the Aguada Blanca National Reserve, habitat of herds of vicunas. Admire beautiful pre-Columbian terraces still being employed by native Collaguas.

Meals: B/L/ D
Bus: 4 h

DAY 3: COLCA CANYON

Early departure to Condors Cross, near to town of Cabanaconde, a natural observatory from which you can see the deepest part of the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the world (3,000 mts/9,800 ft). Afternoon at leisure.

Meals: B/L/D

DAY 4: COLCA CANYON/ PUNO / LAKE TITICACA

Departure for a 7-hour bus ride to Puno. Begin your adventure in Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.

Meals: B/L
Bus: 7h

DAY 5: LAKE TITICACA

Full-day motor-boat excursion on Lake Titicaca to visit the unique floating islands of the Uros. For hundreds of years, this “Water Tribe” has relied on totora reed to build their floating villages, modest homes and boats. Continue to Taquile Island, inhabited by Aymara natives who have developed the best hand-weaving technique in the world.

Meals: B/L

DAY 6: PUNO / CUSCO

Prepare to enjoy views of Andean landscapes spotted with little villages and herds of llamas and alpacas as you drive to the Cusco area. On the way, visit the pyramid complex of Pucara and the Temple of Raqchi, a spectacular energetic sanctuary dedicated to the Creator God Wiracocha, and Andahuaylillas, a picturesque colonial village. Evening arrival to Cusco.

Meals: B/ L

Bus: 8 h

DAY 7: CUSCO

Morning at leisure. In the afternoon explore this most magical city, capital of the Inca Empire (15th century) on a tour including Plaza Regocijo, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, Santo Domingo Monastery -the legendary Korikancha Temple- and the old town. Drive out of the city to visit the Inca sites of Tambomachay, Kenko, Puca-Pucara and impressive Fortress of Sacsayhuaman.

Meals: B

DAY 8: CUSCO / SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS

Drive through the Sacred Valley of the Incas and visit the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo, strolling through the Inca living town where time seems to have stopped 500 years ago. Lunch at a nearby inn. Shop in the lively and colorful Indian Pisac market where locals following ancient traditions, sell or exchange their products.

Meals: FB

DAY 9: SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS / MACHU PICCHU

Transfer to Ollanta train station for Orient Express’ Vistadome train service to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Guided tour of the marvelous citadel, visiting the main plaza, the royal quarters, the Temple of Three Windows, the circular tower and the sacred Sun Dial and burial grounds. Enjoy lunch at Orient Express’ Sanctuary Lodge next to the citadel. Dinner at Indio Feliz restaurant in Aguas Calientes town.

OPTIONAL: Express Inca Trail hike available upon request.

Meals: FB

Train: 1 h 40′

DAY 10: MACHU PICCHU / CUSCO

Early rise is recommended to admire Machu Picchu at sunrise, a truly mystical experience. For the hiking enthusiasts, going up the Huayna Picchu peak overlooking the site or trekking the original Inca trail to the Intipunku or Sun Gate is suggested. Afternoon Orient Express’ Vistadome train service to Cusco station and transfer to selected hotel.

Meals: B

Train:3 h

DAY 11: CUSCO

Day at leisure.
Enjoy Cusco´s colonial churches and mansions built over original Inca constructions, admire its beautiful plazas or just stroll its picturesque cobblestone streets. Visit San Blas quarter, or simply spend the day shopping.

Meals: B

DAY 12: CUSCO / LIMA

Transfer to Cusco airport. Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your hotel or assistance for international flight connection.

Meals: B
Flight: 1 h 15′

MEALS

CB/ Continental Breakfast
AB/ American Breakfast
BB/ Buffet Breakfast
L/ Lunch
D/ Dinner
FB/ Full Board

Peru Package Tour Best of Peru with stay in Standard Hotels (or similar)

Corregidor – Arequipa
Eco Inn – Colca Canyon
Hacienda – Lake Titicaca
Eco Inn – Cusco
Casona de Yucay – Sacred Valley of the Incas
Hatuchay Towers – Machu Picchu

Rates in Standard Hotel

£ 1,130.00 per person in Single

£  900.00 per person in Double

£  880.00 per person in Triple

Peru Package Tour Best of Peru with stay in Superior Hotels (or similar)

Cabildo – Arequipa
Casa Andina – Colca Canyon
José Antonio – Lake Titicaca
José Antonio – Cusco
Sonesta Posada del Inca – Sacred Valley of the Incas
Sumaq – Machu Picchu

Rates in Superior Hotel

£ 1,580.00 per person in Single

£  1,152.00 per person in Double

£  1,110.00 per person in Triple

RATE INCLUDES:

1. - Transfers and services on SIB basis with local Spanish / English speaking guides
2. - Accommodation at mentioned hotels or similar ones according to availability
3. - Mentioned meals (drinks not included)
4. - HD city tour and Santa Catalina Convent in Arequipa
5. - 3D/2N Colca ending in Puno
6. - Bus from Colca Canyon to Puno
7. - FD Uros and Taquile
8. - Bus from Puno to Cusco – regular touristic service
9. - Cusco Tourist Tax
10. - HD city tour and nearby ruins in Cusco
11. - FD visit of the Sacred Valley including Pisac Market and Ollantaytambo
12. - Lunch at a local restaurant in the Sacred Valley
13. - 2D/1N to Machu Picchu
14. - First Class train Ollanta / Machu Picchu / Ollanta
15. - Bus and entrance fee for the guided visit of the citadel on first day
16. - Guided visit of the citadel on first day
17. - Lunch at the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge

NOT INCLUDED:

• Airport taxes (payable only in cash):

• o Domestic airport taxes: US$ 6.82 per pax / per flight

• o International airport taxes: US$ 31.00 per pax

• International and domestic flights
• Meals not mentioned
• Extra expenses
• All relevant visa fees and departure taxes.
• All drinks (unless otherwise indicated) will be billed back on consumption
• Travel Insurance
• Bus and entrance fee to Machu Picchu Inca Citadel the second day